Veteran performing artist Ian Mbugua has been honoured as a national hero in the arts category for his decades-long contribution to Kenya’s creative sector as an actor, singer, director, adjudicator and educator. The honour is included in the National Heroes 2026 publication prepared for Mashujaa Day on October 20. The National Heroes Council recognised Mbugua for nurturing talent, inspiring generations of performers and advancing Kenya’s creative sector through his work with Phoenix Players, Tusker Project Fame, film, television and arts education. Mbugua said he was humbled by the honour and viewed it as an acknowledgement of his contribution to the…